La Speranza Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
La Speranza Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,800 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,150 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$70,800
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,150
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,463 the year before.
40% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,879 | 9 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $70,463 | 9 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $70,800 | 10 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
La Speranza Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What La Speranza Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $17,500 |
| New York | 2 | $3,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Germantown Academy | General support | $25,000 |
| National Italian American Foundation | General support | $17,500 |
| The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | General support | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Philadelphia | General support | $9,000 |
| The Justinian Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Italian Welfare League | General support | $1,800 |
| Bringing Hope Home | General support | $1,500 |
| Community Backstom | General support | $1,500 |
| Philadelphia Montessori School | General support | $1,000 |
| Partnership in Outreach | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony S Disandro
- Anthony S Disandro Jr Esq
- Dennis George
- Maria A Downs
Questions people ask
Does La Speranza Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does La Speranza Charitable Foundation give?
$70,800 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,150.
Who runs La Speranza Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anthony S Disandro (President), Anthony S Disandro Jr Esq (Secetary), Dennis George (Director) and Maria A Downs (Director).
What does La Speranza Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.